Who Is Pearl on 'The Masked Singer' Season 13? Clues, Guesses, & Spoilers Revealed!
During the semi-finals of 'The Masked Singer' Season 13, the character Pearl performed 'You Don't Own Me' while providing a series of clues about their identity. These clues included references to having a tough exterior, a connection to Elvis, and being a diamond record holder, among others. The panel's guesses ranged from Regina King and Joan Jett to Madonna and Melissa Etheridge, with the strongest speculation pointing towards Gretchen Wilson. Over the course of the season, Pearl's hints suggested a background in music, a challenging rise to fame, and connections to notable figures like Dolly Parton. Pearl's identity remains a mystery, but the clues have narrowed down the possibilities significantly, keeping audiences engaged and guessing.
Pearl's series of performances included clues such as a tough exterior, a baseball, and challenges in breaking into the industry, leading to guesses like Regina King and Shania Twain.
Clues from the second performance revealed a past of running away from home and working at a bar, with panelists suggesting names like Joan Jett and Madonna.
The third performance hinted at sharing the stage with Dolly Parton and included a Christmas wreath and angel figurine, prompting guesses of Sheryl Crow and Trisha Yearwood.
Fourth performance clues dismissed Shania Twain, highlighted a connection to Elvis, and mentioned a diamond record, leading to guesses like Faith Hill and Pat Benatar.
Fifth performance clues included being a single mother and the ability to 'hitch a trailer,' with Bonnie Tyler and Wynonna Judd among the guesses.
The sixth set of clues described Pearl as a trailblazer who opened doors for others, with panelists guessing Kacey Musgraves and Ann Wilson.
Speculation leans towards Gretchen Wilson due to her tough industry beginnings, connections to Dolly Parton, and appearances at major music events, aligning with many of Pearl's clues.

The Masked Singer is back!
The Semi-Finals of season 13 of the hit FOX singing competition series aired on Wednesday night (April 30).
The show, which began in South Korea, features celebrities singing songs while wearing costumes and face masks concealing their identities until they’re eliminated. Throughout the season, the contestants provide clues to try and help the judges and fans figure out who is under the mask.
This season includes the new costumed character Detective Lucky Duck, who will help panelists “uncover who’s behind each mask.”
During the episode, Top Four contestants Boogie Woogie, Mad Scientist Monster, Pearl, and Coral hit the stage for another performance.
While on stage, Pearl performed “You Don’t Own Me” by Lesley Gore.
Keep reading to see all of the clues and guesses for Pearl…Keep scrolling to check out the clues and guesses…
FIRST PERFORMANCE CLUES:
- She has a tough exterior.
- Holds up a baseball.
- Holds up two cherries.
- Covers herself under a pink umbrella.
- Had a tough time breaking out into the industry.
- When she’s on the red carpet, she says that she’s wearing something she “found on sale.”
PANEL GUESSES: Regina King, Shania Twain, & Joan Jett
SECOND PERFORMANCE CLUES:
- Ran away from home before she was in high school.
- Worked at a bar.
- Crescent moon shown.
- Lots of football clues.
- She’s a “best seller,” meaning she’s a writer.
PANEL GUESSES: Joan Jett, Madonna, & Melissa Etheridge
THIRD PERFORMANCE CLUES:
- Once shared the stage with Dolly Parton.
- Christmas wreath hung on display.
- Golden figurine angel shown.
- Strong arm image on a pair of cowboy boots.
- Has been quoted saying “As a strong woman, there’s nothing I like more than making others feel strong too”
PANEL GUESSES: Sheryl Crow, Trisha Yearwood, Kelly Pickler, & Carrie Underwood.
FOURTH PERFORMANCE CLUES:
- She’s not Shania Twain
- She has a connection to Elvis
- She’s a diamond record holder
PANEL GUESSES: Faith Hill & Pat Benatar
FIFTH PERFORMANCE CLUES:
- She was a single mother
- Gold earrings shown
- She can “hitch a trailer” all by herself
- Cassette tape with “Movie” written on it shown
PANEL GUESSES: Bonnie Tyler, Wynonna Judd, & Brandi Carlile
SIXTH PERFORMANCE CLUES:
- She’s a trailblazer
- She’s opened doors for others
- Spins a ship’s wheels
- She and Jenny McCarthy walked the same red carpet at the AMAs
- She won one of her “biggest awards” at the AMAs
PANEL GUESSES: Kacey Musgraves, Ann Wilson, & Natalie Maines
OUR GUESS: Gretchen Wilson
Over the years, Gretchen has talked about how she had a difficult time getting her big break in the music industry, and used to work jobs like bartending. She also dropped out of high school. Her red carpet and performance outfits are usually pretty simple. Gretchen is also a big fan of baseball and performed during 2005 Super Bowl pregrame show. Gretchen and Dolly opened the 2019 CMA Awards with a performance together. Gretchen released her holiday album Christmas in My Heart back in 2013, which could be in connection with the Christmas wreath clue.
